A new host will take over CBS's top-rated political affairs show this Sunday.

John Dickerson is replacing Bob Schieffer who just retired.

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Dickerson's mother, Nancy Dickerson, a former CBS correspondent was once an associate producer of the show. Dickerson said having the family connection is extra special.

"Over 60 years ago, she was on the first Face The Nation broadcast, a Clark College attendee in Dubuque, Iowa. So, she has some roots in the state and were she with us, she would be pretty excited," said Dickerson.